Good morning, Bay City.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is restoring lost reef habitat in Saginaw Bay by building a nearshore reef with locally sourced limestone to support native fish spawning.

Fisheries biologists will study the reef in the coming years to see if it boosts lake whitefish and walleye populations—an effort aimed at countering past habitat loss.

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has instructed its SNAP EBT vendor to issue full benefits so that recipients normally paid on the ninth receive their allotment within 48 hours while others get theirs on their scheduled dates—MDHHS said this step addresses the confusion caused by previously blocked payments.

A groundbreaking ceremony for Center Commons took place Monday, Nov.

10 at 1113 Center Ave in Bay City, marking the start of plans for a three-story building with 12 residential units. Construction will begin soon — the project is expected to be completed in early 2026.

Ghost Tours at the Historic Masonic Temple

11:00 p.m. — Historic Masonic Temple — Tickets $1.88 service fee — Explore the haunted history and conduct your own ghost hunt in this iconic building.

Mediterranean Dream Travelogue

7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a captivating journey through the Mediterranean with filmmaker Marlin Darrah sharing stories of art and culture.

Warren Miller's Sno-Ciety Film Presentation

7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket required — Experience the thrilling premiere of Warren Miller's latest snow-themed film capturing community and adventure in winter culture.

Film Crew Club for Teens

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Sage Branch Library — Registration required — Explore filmmaking and video media with provided equipment from the Michigan Learning Channel.

17th Annual Gobbler Gallop Trail Run/Walk

2:00-3:30 p.m. — 3495 Midland Rd, Saginaw, MI — Registration Fee — A fun Thanksgiving morning race that has become a family tradition for families in the Saginaw Valley Area.

Celebrate the Season Concert

7-9 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy holiday tunes performed by local musicians to support hospice care.

Needle Crafters Club

6-7:30 p.m. — Auburn Area Branch Library — Free entry — Unite with fellow crafters and share the joy of knitting and crocheting.

Miss Danielle's School of Dance Holiday Showcase

5:30-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with dazzling performances from local dancers at their inaugural showcase.